Lilydale Senior Living

Assisted Living in St. Paul

Lilydale Senior Living

Assisted Living in St. Paul

Overview of Lilydale Senior Living

Situated on the east bank of the Mississippi River, Lilydale’s independent senior living community is renowned for its leisure, educational, and social avenues. They want to give elders a place to live that is welcoming, secure, and collected. They place a high value on connection and foster a sense of community and belonging for their residents. Seniors will undoubtedly have a delightful day filled with everything from social events to calm pastimes.
At Lilydale Senior Living, there are a variety of facilities and services available. They have a movie theater, there are also card rooms, a communal area, a fitness center, guest suites, libraries, salons, and spas. They place a high importance on entertainment because it can offer seniors with a lot of joy, companionship, and stimulation. Their large dining area serves meals, and a separate family dining room is available for residents to eat with visitors in an enclosed environment.

(651) 767-9545

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 135
Bed community size
135-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
15 years in operation
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 42 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
In line with Minnesota average
Occupied beds
119 / 135
Average residents 59 per day

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living
StatusApproved For Dementia Care
CountyDakota

Safety & Compliance

Emergency Systems24-hour emergency call system
Safety FeaturesApartment building fire/smoke detector and sprinkler system.

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactKen McCarthy, CFO

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

8 amenities
Community Room
Library
Fitness Center
Movie Theater
Beauty Salon
Pet-Friendly Facility
Planned Programs And Events For Socialization
Personal Laundry Facilities In Each Unit
ActivitiesEngaging and enriching activities planned monthly, including parties, celebrations, and field trips.
Specific ProgramsA La Carte Services, Resident Activities, Resident Dining, Building Amenities

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionHigh-quality, professional dining with continental breakfasts, lunches, and dinners prepared daily by in-house chef.

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Performance summary

Key indicators of commitment to quality care and safety.

Ratings

Staffing Rating
5 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring staffing levels, including hours of care provided per resident per day.

Ranked 1st (tied) of 158 homes in Minnesota

Quality of Life Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Ranked 13th (tied) of 136 homes in Minnesota

Family Satisfaction Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Ranked 13th (tied) of 123 homes in Minnesota

Resident Health Rating
4 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring health outcomes and care quality for residents.

Ranked 65th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Safety Rating
3 / 5

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring how well the facility maintains a safe environment for residents.

Ranked 55th (tied) of 134 homes in Minnesota

Scores

QoL Overall Satisfaction
75.6% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring resident well-being and satisfaction.

Minnesota average: 72.4%

Family Overall Satisfaction
91.2% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring surveys of residents' family members.

Minnesota average: 83.7%

Food Quality Score
77.4% Moderate

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring satisfaction with food quality and meal service.

Community Activities Score
87.5% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring meaningful activities and engagement opportunities.

Safety & Privacy Score
92.1% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring safety and privacy conditions for residents.

Religion & Spirituality Score
99.1% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring support for religious and spiritual needs.

Family Satisfaction - Care
84.2% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with overall care experience.

Family Satisfaction - Cost
81.1% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with value and cost of care.

Family Satisfaction - Housekeeping
86.7% High

Based on the Minnesota Department of Health, Health Regulation Division surveys measuring family satisfaction with cleanliness and housekeeping.

Inspection History

In Minnesota, the Department of Health, Health Regulation Division is the primary authority for conducting onsite inspections and reporting on the quality of care in residential facilities.

1 visit/inspection Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date June 3, 2025
Follow Up

4 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Minnesota average: 10 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Lilydale Senior Living

The most recent inspection on June 3, 2025, was a follow-up survey that verified the facility had corrected prior deficiencies and was in substantial compliance. The initial survey on March 12, 2025, cited deficiencies related to food service practices, incomplete staff background studies, resident reassessments, and medication administration procedures. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Complaint investigations were not noted in these inspections. The follow-up results indicate improvement since the earlier survey identified these issues.

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Elderly Waiver

Minnesota Medicaid EW

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $3,000 individual, higher than most states
MN

Higher asset limit; rural access focus.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care (~$70/day) Home aides

Essential Community Supports (ECS)

Minnesota ECS

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Bridges gap for those ineligible for waivers.

Benefits
In-home support (2-4 hours/week) Respite (up to 5 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Alternative Care (AC) Program

Minnesota Alternative Care Program

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, NFLOC, not MA-eligible.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255-$2,829/month (100%-300% FPL); sliding scale copays.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual); home equity limit $713,000.
MN

CDCS option; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Personal care (4-6 hours/day) Respite (~5 days/year) Home health Meals Home mods

Minnesota Senior Health Options (MSHO)

Minnesota Senior Health Options

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA and Medicare Parts A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL for MA); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

7 health plans (e.g., UCare, HealthPartners); care coordinator assigned.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Respite Adult day care Home mods $900/year groceries (some plans)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus (MSC+)

Minnesota Senior Care Plus

Age 65+
General Minnesota resident, MA-eligible, not on Medicare.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (100% FPL); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 (individual), $6,000 (couple).
MN

Includes EW services; 7 health plans available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite Adult day care Home mods Limited nursing home care

Consumer Support Grant (CSG)

Minnesota Consumer Support Grant

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, eligible for MA personal care but opts for grant.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,255/month (MA-eligible); spenddown allowed.
Asset Limits $3,000 individual
MN

Can hire family; statewide via counties.

Benefits
Cash (~$500-$1,500/month) for personal care Respite Home mods Assistive tech

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Minnesota Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Minnesota resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
MN

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Minnesota VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Minnesota resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
MN

High veteran demand in rural/urban areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 3.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Sunfish Lake's city center to Lilydale Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.03 miles to nearest hospital (Dr. Clark Smith, MD)

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